BILLERICA, MA - Today, Marc Lombardo, Chairman Billerica Board of Selectmen, announced his candidacy for Massachusetts State Representative.  Lombardo made the announcement after Representative William Greene, who has held the 22nd Middlesex District since 1993, announced he would be retiring and not seeking reelection.

"Representative Greene’s fingerprints can be seen throughout town, including Vietnam Veterans’ Park, the public library, and the Boys and Girls club," commented Lombardo.  "Bill’s dedication to the Town of Billerica deserves thanks and praise.

"Today, I announce my candidacy to serve as Billerica’s next State Representative.  Beacon Hill is broken with spending and taxation out of control.  I will be a State Representative who puts the taxpayers first and will bring a voice of fiscal sanity back to the State House through independent leadership."

Lombardo, a fiscal conservative, has served on the Board of Selectmen for the past 5 years.  Through his tenure on the Board he has pushed for fiscal efficiency, reduced government spending, and lower taxes. 

"We need to change the culture in the State House and remind Beacon Hill that the government is here for the people, not the people for the government," said Lombardo.

He continued, "I have been here for the residents of Billerica as Selectman with a vision and the courage to speak up about important issues.  I will bring that same vision and courage to Boston and make sure every vote I take is in the best interest of Billerica Taxpayers."

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